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University of Wisconsin-Madison

Madison, WI

Academics

  • Graduation Rate
    89%
  • Majors Available
    174
  • Student-to-Faculty Ratio
    18:1
  • Retention Rate
    95%

AP Credit Policy

Generally, UW-Madison awards college credit (elective) for a score of 3 on an Advanced Placement Exam and course equivalency credit for scores of 4 or 5 when an equivalent course exists.

For more information, view the credit policy on the college's website.

  • Offers credits

    Yes

  • Offers placement into advanced courses

    Yes

Study Options

Majors and Degrees

The college offers the following degrees: Bachelor's, Certificate, Master's, and Doctoral

  • No majors found

Need Help Choosing a Major?

Keep in mind most colleges don’t require students to declare a major until the end of their sophomore year, and many students change majors at least once.

Special Academics Program

  • Accelerated Study
  • Cooperative Education
  • Distance Learning
  • Double Major
  • English as a Second Language
  • Honors Program
  • Independent Study
  • Internships
  • Liberal Arts/Career Combination
  • ROTC, Air Force
  • ROTC, Army
  • ROTC, Navy
  • Student-Designed Major
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certification
  • Undergraduate Research
  • Visiting/Exchange Student Program

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